Discover Santander to Irun by train

Planning a train adventure from Santander to Irun? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost for travel between Santander and Irun

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £49.39, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train timetable for travel between Santander and Irun

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Santander to Irun by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 06:48

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 19:00

  • First daily departure (weekend): 07:00

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 19:00

  • Average number of daily trains: 11 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 13 minutes

Travel time and distance between Santander and Irun

The route’s fastest journey takes 7 hours and 9 minutes, covering a total of 163 kilometres.

When are tickets between Santander and Irun available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Santander and Irun can be purchased 3 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

More information on train travel from Santander to Irun

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Irun city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Santander to Irun by train?

The train journey between Santander and Irun covers 163 kilometres.

What is the Santander to Irun train price?

The lowest price available on this route is £49.39. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Santander to Irun by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 3 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Irun?

The fastest jouney takes 7 hours and 9 minutes.